Sports history in De Soto, Missouri

Desoto Park Complex North is a beautiful park located at 800 Vineland School Road in De Soto, Missouri, United States. This park is part of the City of De Soto, which was incorporated in 1869 and has a population of 6,400. The city utilizes the Council-Manager form of government. De Soto is situated in the southeastern part of Missouri, approximately 45 miles south of St. Louis. It is located in Jefferson County, one of the fastest growing counties in the state. The area has a rich history, being part of the Louisiana Territory and later sold to the United States in 1803.